DevOps Engineer, TKG Platform Integrator

Trace3•Colorado Springs, CO

1d•$110,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking an experienced DevOps Engineer/ Integrator to support mission-critical applications and services deployed within classified DoD development, integration, test, and operational environments. This position focuses on the deployment, integration, sustainment, and troubleshooting of containerized applications running on an on-premises Kubernetes platform, primarily utilizing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG). The engineer will support platform operations, CI/CD pipelines, application deployments, infrastructure integration, monitoring, and DevSecOps initiatives. The ideal candidate is a hands-on engineer with strong Linux, Kubernetes, and Docker experience who can independently contribute to a fast-paced engineering team supporting highly available and secure mission systems.

Requirements

Hands-on experience supporting Kubernetes environments, preferably Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG).
Experience deploying and supporting containerized applications using Docker.
Experience creating and maintaining Kubernetes manifests, Helm charts, ConfigMaps, Secrets, and deployment pipelines.
Experience developing and maintaining CI/CD pipelines using Bamboo, Jenkins, GitLab, or comparable technologies
Strong Linux administration and troubleshooting skills.
Experience with application monitoring, centralized logging, and observability platforms.
Ability to independently troubleshoot complex technical issues and contribute immediately in a hands-on engineering role
Experience supporting classified DoD development, integration, or operations environments.
Bachelor degree in a technical discipline or equivalent experience.
5+ years of experience in DevOps, Platform Engineering, Systems Integration, Linux Engineering, or related disciplines preferred.
Active (or active within 24months) Secret Clearance Minimum - Can support TS
DOD 8570 REQUIREMENT: IAT - Level II

Nice To Haves

Experience administering or supporting Tanzu Kubernetes Grid.
Experience with Argo CD and GitOps deployment methodologies.
Experience with Trivy, SonarQube, Fortify, CAST, or similar security tools.
Experience with container security and DevSecOps best practices.
Experience with infrastructure automation using Ansible or similar tools.
Experience supporting missile defense, command-and-control, or other mission-critical defense systems.

Responsibilities

Deploy, configure, maintain, and troubleshoot applications running in Kubernetes environments, utilizing Tanzu Kubernetes Grid (TKG).
Develop and maintain Kubernetes deployment artifacts including Helm charts, Kubernetes manifests, ConfigMaps, Secrets, Ingress, and service configurations.
Build, package, scan, and deploy container images using Docker.
Support application integration and deployment activities across classified development, test, and operational environments.
Develop, maintain, and improve CI/CD pipelines utilizing Jenkins, Bamboo, GitLab CI/CD, GitHub Actions, or equivalent technologies.
Perform Linux system administration, troubleshooting, performance analysis, and root cause investigations.
Support Kubernetes cluster operations, application deployment activities, and platform sustainment efforts.
Monitor application and platform health using centralized logging, monitoring, and observability solutions.
Troubleshoot container runtime issues, deployment failures, networking problems, and integration issues.
Support DevSecOps initiatives through vulnerability scanning, security compliance, and remediation activities.